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idiom [phrase]

Bomoa daraja

Maana (Definition)

To destroy relationships or pathways back, making reconciliation impossible.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

burn one's bridges / sever ties permanently

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

katiza uhusiano

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Idiomatic Expression
Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Usibomoe daraja kwani huwezi jua kesho utakutana na nani."

Translation: Do not burn your bridges because you never know who you will meet tomorrow.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):
vunja uhusianokatiza
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